Teen missing from new kensington, police seek help to find 16-year-old girl

Teen missing from New Kensington, police seek help to find 16-year-old girl

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October 26, 2025

NEW KENSINGTON, PA – A search is underway for a 16-year-old girl who vanished from New Kensington, prompting police to call on the public for help locating her.

Mya A. Doutt was last seen wearing a sweatshirt matching the one in a photo released by police.

Officials said she may be in or near New Kensington or Pittsburgh.


Key Points

  • Police are searching for 16-year-old Mya A. Doutt, last seen in New Kensington.
  • She was wearing a black sweatshirt, black jogging pants with a white stripe, and glasses.
  • Anyone with information is urged to contact New Kensington Police or call 911.

Police issue missing juvenile alert

According to New Kensington Police, Doutt was reported missing earlier this week. She is described as Asian, 5 feet 7 inches tall, weighing approximately 165 pounds, with brown eyes and black hair. She has several nose piercings and wears glasses.

Authorities said the teen may still be in the New Kensington area but could have traveled toward Pittsburgh.

Public urged to assist search efforts

Investigators have not disclosed the circumstances surrounding her disappearance but are asking anyone who may have seen Doutt or knows her whereabouts to come forward immediately.

Police provided a photo to assist in identification and noted that her hairstyle remains the same as shown.

Tips can be submitted directly to the City of New Kensington Police Department or through the 911 emergency line.

This case remains active, and updates will be shared as more information becomes available.

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